The MAVEN Parent Podcast

Why Gentle Parenting Doesn’t Work With Real Kids

Gentle Parenting is all the rage right now as young parents are increasingly turning to social media influencers for advice. But does this parenting philosophy actually work? As Brett and Erin are traveling and speaking throughout September, this episode features Erin's talk on Gentle Parenting from the 2025 MAVEN Conference as she explores social media's influence on popularizing the philosophy and breaks down exactly why Gentle Parenting doesn't work when applied to real world situations. Check out our other conversations on Gentle Parenting: https://linktw.in/KnfkQI MAVEN...is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

Courage, Dear Heart: Finding Courage to Engage the Culture

On September 10th, Charlie Kirk—founder of Turning Point USA and Christian speaker—was shot and killed while publicly debating college students on faith and social issues. Kirk was a courageous leader who boldly proclaimed the truth of the Christian worldview to the next generation—something each of us is called to do with the kids and teens in our own spheres. His life and legacy challenge us to ask: How can we be courageous like Charlie? As Brett and Erin are traveling and speaking throughout September, this episode features Brett’s talk on courage from the 2025 MAVEN Conference—shared in honor of Charlie’s legacy—to explore how we can live with the same boldness and faith. MAVEN...is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

Building a Home That Points Your Family To God

As Christians, what should a home look like? We know that homes should be safe places, but Scripture calls us to something deeper. The way we establish and conduct our homes shapes how our children grow and how we experience life with our spouse. In this episode, Brett and Erin discuss what a theology of the home looks like and practical ways we can build a home that helps point our spouse and children to God. Check out MAVEN's online courses at https://equip.maventruth.com/store MAVEN...is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

Why We Need to Let Kids Ask Questions About Faith

Kids are curious—they're created in God's Image after all. So naturally, throughout the years they spend in our homes and churches, they will have many questions about the Christian faith and worldview. HOW adults respond to their questions and doubts can profoundly shape how intellectually strong and sturdy they perceive the Christian faith to be. In this episode, Brett and Erin read through the testimony of Larry Sanger, a philosopher and cofounder of Wikipedia, about what drove him to become a skeptic of Christianity and explore how critical it can be to provide sound answers to our children's faith questions. Listen to Larry Sanger's full testimony here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fXQpccnc8U Find Dr. Craig's animated videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idDoRftSuRU&list=PL3gdeV4Rk9EfL-NyraEGXXwSjDNeMaRoX Check out MAVEN's online courses at https://equip.maventruth.com/store MAVEN...is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/

5 Proven Ways to Spoil Your Kids

The work of raising thankful kids—and avoiding entitlement—starts early. In this episode, Brett and Erin address 5 easy steps you can take if you want to raise entitled kids...which is 5 easy steps to AVOID if you want to raise thankful kids instead. Register for our upcoming MAVEN Conferences at https://www.mavenconferences.com/ Check out MAVEN's online courses at https://equip.maventruth.com/store MAVEN...is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: https://maventruth.com/donation/